Hi everyone!
Welcome to our third issue, and thanks for all the great ideas that
keep this newsletter running! NEYT Family and Friends Association
In this issue: a new musical just days away...audition reminders...our
latest alumni profile...an important new website feature...and small
ways to say "Thanks!"to NEYT.
Feature story: Read on to learn how NEYT provides professional level
support for students.
Mark your calendar: Open House/Potluck on Friday, November 14th from
6:30-9:00. NEYT staff and board members will be joining us for great
conversation and great food (everyone please bring a dish to pass).
Please contact Jody Haley at glh@sover.net or at 802-254-6763 to rsvp
and/or to volunteer to work on this event.
**********************************************************************
Original Musical Hits NEYT Stage November 7th!
**********************************************************************
Sure to be another hit performance, All About Alice was inspired not
only by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, but also by the 1950's film
All About Eve and Reality Television. Writer/Director Jonathan Mirin
writes:
Although the seeds for this musical came from a lot of different
directions, the emotional engine of the piece is the strength of
family (and by extension, community) connections. We've been lucky to
collect a group of 16 enthusiastic actor-singer-dancers who were ready
to plunge into the world of a new musical and understand the
theatrical value of both zaniness and love. The production team, cast
and I are preparing an unusual, entertaining, and socially-relevant
evening (or matinee) for Brattleboro theatre-goers that I think will
be worth an hour of your life whether or not you are related to a
member of the cast. There is something exhilarating about this age
group when they embrace their on-stage moments - particularly while
knowing they are the moments of a world premiere--so please join us!
Click here for a full description and to buy tickets.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/d87a44eb65/theatre=neyt
**********************************************************************
Audition Reminder: Pinocchio
**********************************************************************
This version of the Pinocchio story will be adapted from Carlo
Collodi's original 1883 Italian story, not at all like the popular
cartoon versions.
Auditions for Pinocchio will be held December 1st
and 2nd with callbacks on December 3rd, each day from 3:30 to 6:00.
Actors should be ages 12-14.
Check upcoming auditions on-line.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/4ab057ada8
**********************************************************************
Alumni Profile: Shoshi Bass
**********************************************************************
If you had a chance to see West Side Story this summer, then you had a
chance to appreciate the fine choreography of Shoshi Bass, one of
NEYT’s talented alumni. In fact, Shoshi has choreographed Oliver!, The
Best of Broadway summer shows in 2006 and 2007, and Guys and Dolls in
2007 as well as helped Peter Gould in directing The Jungle Book.
Shoshi says she enjoys working with untrained dancers and the
challenge of adjusting her teaching to different learning styles.
Read more about Shoshi Bass.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/7edc26bb77
**********************************************************************
New Website Feature!
**********************************************************************
NEYT likes to know how they’re doing. If you have any thoughts you’d
like to share with them, you can now write them in a comment box right
on the website. Then, one click, and your comment is submitted to NEYT
staff. This is an anonymous form but you can choose to leave your name
and email address if you’d like a response. Feel free to express your
concerns as well as your commendations. Also, keep in mind that you
can contact NEYT staff directly if you would prefer at
802-246-NEYT(6398).
Be one of the first to use NEYT’s new on-line comment box.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/4fd90bf9bd
**********************************************************************
Small Ways To Say "Thanks!" To NEYT
**********************************************************************
Buy an NEYT monthly wall calendar starring great NEYT moments.
Proceeds will go to support NEYT programs. Look for a display and
sign-up in the NEYT lobby as Thanksgiving approaches.
Join NEYT’s prop-search email list. If you are a scavenger/packrat
type and would like to lend furniture and props for the NEYT stage,
contact Sandy at oliveateen@yahoo.com. You may even have some items
that could be used in the upcoming performance of It’s a Wonderful
Life.
Donate or become an NEYT videographer. Due to the high cost of the
labor involved in filming and editing, NEYT has been unable to retain
a videographer for an entire season of shows. However, on a
show-to-show basis, interested friends and families can choose to
collectively hire and pay any of the excellent videographers we've
used; we are collecting a stable of archival technicians to rely on
for this task. This will be a question posed as each show gets closer
to performance. Contact Rebecca Waxman at rebwax@verizon.net if you
have any questions or suggestions.
Become a "sometimes" volunteer. Nobody can volunteer all the time, but
most of us can volunteer some of the time. NEYT is a beehive of
activity, and that leads to many diverse volunteering opportunities.
Contact Jody Haley at glh@sover.net for ideas on how you can help. If
you have spoken to Jody in the past, please take a moment to
re-connect.
More on how to support NEYT.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/144af786c4
**********************************************************************
Feature Story: Professional Level Support at NEYT
**********************************************************************
By Rebecca Waxman and NEYT staff
At NEYT we strive to build a scaffold that allows students to climb as
high as they want. For some, that may mean we offer a safe home in
which to play, experiment and celebrate with friends. For others, it
might mean that we help develop the skills necessary for a career in
the performing arts. The range of interest, desire and potential in
our students is enormous; we, therefore, address each person
individually while providing everyone with conservatory-style
training.
Philosophically, we believe in teamwork and steady development; we are
not in the business of creating child-stars ready to head to the
professional stage or screen. But we do recognize that some of our
students will choose to continue their theatre studies beyond their
time with us and/or even decide to make a vocation of it. In that
event, we will raise our scaffolding higher – as high as that student
(or we) can go.
There are individuals who demonstrate unusual commitment through their
actions; they prepare exhaustively, they take on meaningful
responsibilities, they exhibit passionate enthusiasm, they demonstrate
a great facility for handling themselves in front of an audience and
they accrue a long and consistent involvement with NEYT. At some
point, at or around the high school age, these adolescents might begin
thinking about a life in the theatre in earnest. Usually in
concurrence, the faculty and staff may notice the exceptional ability,
potential and work ethic of such students and discuss how best to
nurture this. Often, the families of these students approach the staff
for guidance and advice on this same topic. Thus, it is a three-fold
selection that occurs as a result of the following cues: student
desire, faculty recognition and family support.
After this, the path of these students begins to take some sharper
turns. He or she will be asked to take on greater responsibilities
and bigger challenges (onstage and off) while meeting with higher and
more discerning expectations. Particular roles or shows might be
considered in light of that student’s strong need for growth in
particular areas. Certain opportunities will become available to
students of this category, such as our May Award Scholarship for
continued professional study and our faculty coaching for
college/conservatory auditions. These are all pieces of the scaffold.
We use our classes, in particular, to focus on skill development and
individual observation of students at all levels. Here, in these
small groups, there is more time and less stress. Therefore, students
mature exponentially and teachers can monitor that development closely
and personally. Moreover, the parent-teacher conferences scheduled at
the end of each class semester allow families to discuss the progress
and satisfaction of their children in a one-on-one situation. These
conversations are always helpful and often illuminating. It is
frequently out of these class experiences that students are
identified/identify themselves as ready for professional level
support.
Parents and students should be familiar with this process; it is not
secretive nor is it elitist, though it is based on merit and ability.
Much like a varsity team, the strongest players get put into the
toughest games. There will always be a place for anyone who wants to
be a part of NEYT and we will take each student as far as she or he is
determined to go.
Visit NEYT’s handbook for more on its mission and pedagogy.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/e9bae902a5
**********************************************************************
This newsletter is brought to you by the NEYT Family and Friends
Association. Please email your feedback and suggestions for future
issues of News and Notes to Anne Weinberg at newcot2@yahoo.com.
Welcome to our third issue, and thanks for all the great ideas that
keep this newsletter running! NEYT Family and Friends Association
In this issue: a new musical just days away...audition reminders...our
latest alumni profile...an important new website feature...and small
ways to say "Thanks!"to NEYT.
Feature story: Read on to learn how NEYT provides professional level
support for students.
Mark your calendar: Open House/Potluck on Friday, November 14th from
6:30-9:00. NEYT staff and board members will be joining us for great
conversation and great food (everyone please bring a dish to pass).
Please contact Jody Haley at glh@sover.net or at 802-254-6763 to rsvp
and/or to volunteer to work on this event.
**********************************************************************
Original Musical Hits NEYT Stage November 7th!
**********************************************************************
Sure to be another hit performance, All About Alice was inspired not
only by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, but also by the 1950's film
All About Eve and Reality Television. Writer/Director Jonathan Mirin
writes:
Although the seeds for this musical came from a lot of different
directions, the emotional engine of the piece is the strength of
family (and by extension, community) connections. We've been lucky to
collect a group of 16 enthusiastic actor-singer-dancers who were ready
to plunge into the world of a new musical and understand the
theatrical value of both zaniness and love. The production team, cast
and I are preparing an unusual, entertaining, and socially-relevant
evening (or matinee) for Brattleboro theatre-goers that I think will
be worth an hour of your life whether or not you are related to a
member of the cast. There is something exhilarating about this age
group when they embrace their on-stage moments - particularly while
knowing they are the moments of a world premiere--so please join us!
Click here for a full description and to buy tickets.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/d87a44eb65/theatre=neyt
**********************************************************************
Audition Reminder: Pinocchio
**********************************************************************
This version of the Pinocchio story will be adapted from Carlo
Collodi's original 1883 Italian story, not at all like the popular
cartoon versions.
Auditions for Pinocchio will be held December 1st
and 2nd with callbacks on December 3rd, each day from 3:30 to 6:00.
Actors should be ages 12-14.
Check upcoming auditions on-line.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/4ab057ada8
**********************************************************************
Alumni Profile: Shoshi Bass
**********************************************************************
If you had a chance to see West Side Story this summer, then you had a
chance to appreciate the fine choreography of Shoshi Bass, one of
NEYT’s talented alumni. In fact, Shoshi has choreographed Oliver!, The
Best of Broadway summer shows in 2006 and 2007, and Guys and Dolls in
2007 as well as helped Peter Gould in directing The Jungle Book.
Shoshi says she enjoys working with untrained dancers and the
challenge of adjusting her teaching to different learning styles.
Read more about Shoshi Bass.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/7edc26bb77
**********************************************************************
New Website Feature!
**********************************************************************
NEYT likes to know how they’re doing. If you have any thoughts you’d
like to share with them, you can now write them in a comment box right
on the website. Then, one click, and your comment is submitted to NEYT
staff. This is an anonymous form but you can choose to leave your name
and email address if you’d like a response. Feel free to express your
concerns as well as your commendations. Also, keep in mind that you
can contact NEYT staff directly if you would prefer at
802-246-NEYT(6398).
Be one of the first to use NEYT’s new on-line comment box.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/4fd90bf9bd
**********************************************************************
Small Ways To Say "Thanks!" To NEYT
**********************************************************************
Buy an NEYT monthly wall calendar starring great NEYT moments.
Proceeds will go to support NEYT programs. Look for a display and
sign-up in the NEYT lobby as Thanksgiving approaches.
Join NEYT’s prop-search email list. If you are a scavenger/packrat
type and would like to lend furniture and props for the NEYT stage,
contact Sandy at oliveateen@yahoo.com. You may even have some items
that could be used in the upcoming performance of It’s a Wonderful
Life.
Donate or become an NEYT videographer. Due to the high cost of the
labor involved in filming and editing, NEYT has been unable to retain
a videographer for an entire season of shows. However, on a
show-to-show basis, interested friends and families can choose to
collectively hire and pay any of the excellent videographers we've
used; we are collecting a stable of archival technicians to rely on
for this task. This will be a question posed as each show gets closer
to performance. Contact Rebecca Waxman at rebwax@verizon.net if you
have any questions or suggestions.
Become a "sometimes" volunteer. Nobody can volunteer all the time, but
most of us can volunteer some of the time. NEYT is a beehive of
activity, and that leads to many diverse volunteering opportunities.
Contact Jody Haley at glh@sover.net for ideas on how you can help. If
you have spoken to Jody in the past, please take a moment to
re-connect.
More on how to support NEYT.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/144af786c4
**********************************************************************
Feature Story: Professional Level Support at NEYT
**********************************************************************
By Rebecca Waxman and NEYT staff
At NEYT we strive to build a scaffold that allows students to climb as
high as they want. For some, that may mean we offer a safe home in
which to play, experiment and celebrate with friends. For others, it
might mean that we help develop the skills necessary for a career in
the performing arts. The range of interest, desire and potential in
our students is enormous; we, therefore, address each person
individually while providing everyone with conservatory-style
training.
Philosophically, we believe in teamwork and steady development; we are
not in the business of creating child-stars ready to head to the
professional stage or screen. But we do recognize that some of our
students will choose to continue their theatre studies beyond their
time with us and/or even decide to make a vocation of it. In that
event, we will raise our scaffolding higher – as high as that student
(or we) can go.
There are individuals who demonstrate unusual commitment through their
actions; they prepare exhaustively, they take on meaningful
responsibilities, they exhibit passionate enthusiasm, they demonstrate
a great facility for handling themselves in front of an audience and
they accrue a long and consistent involvement with NEYT. At some
point, at or around the high school age, these adolescents might begin
thinking about a life in the theatre in earnest. Usually in
concurrence, the faculty and staff may notice the exceptional ability,
potential and work ethic of such students and discuss how best to
nurture this. Often, the families of these students approach the staff
for guidance and advice on this same topic. Thus, it is a three-fold
selection that occurs as a result of the following cues: student
desire, faculty recognition and family support.
After this, the path of these students begins to take some sharper
turns. He or she will be asked to take on greater responsibilities
and bigger challenges (onstage and off) while meeting with higher and
more discerning expectations. Particular roles or shows might be
considered in light of that student’s strong need for growth in
particular areas. Certain opportunities will become available to
students of this category, such as our May Award Scholarship for
continued professional study and our faculty coaching for
college/conservatory auditions. These are all pieces of the scaffold.
We use our classes, in particular, to focus on skill development and
individual observation of students at all levels. Here, in these
small groups, there is more time and less stress. Therefore, students
mature exponentially and teachers can monitor that development closely
and personally. Moreover, the parent-teacher conferences scheduled at
the end of each class semester allow families to discuss the progress
and satisfaction of their children in a one-on-one situation. These
conversations are always helpful and often illuminating. It is
frequently out of these class experiences that students are
identified/identify themselves as ready for professional level
support.
Parents and students should be familiar with this process; it is not
secretive nor is it elitist, though it is based on merit and ability.
Much like a varsity team, the strongest players get put into the
toughest games. There will always be a place for anyone who wants to
be a part of NEYT and we will take each student as far as she or he is
determined to go.
Visit NEYT’s handbook for more on its mission and pedagogy.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewEnglandYouthTheat/bcaf9e2839/TEST/e9bae902a5
**********************************************************************
This newsletter is brought to you by the NEYT Family and Friends
Association. Please email your feedback and suggestions for future
issues of News and Notes to Anne Weinberg at newcot2@yahoo.com.